Prepare yourself for your most delicious Thanksgiving yet with these mouthwatering recipes, guaranteed to take your Thanksgiving turkey from bland to brilliant.

Pear-Thyme Brined Turkey

Pear-Thyme Brined Turkey

Be sure to choose a fresh, unbrined turkey for this recipe. Many varieties are injected with a salt solution prior to packaging and will make this dish too salty. Reserve a couple of thyme springs to use in the gravy.

Fried Turkey

Fried Turkey

If you have a crowd or want extra leftovers, you can fry an additional turkey in the same oil—just be sure to heat it back up to 350 degrees F. Save your oil containers; they'll come in handy when it's time to clean up.